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Senior Program Assistant

hace 16 días

New York

Job Description The Mellon Foundation Senior Program Assistant, Humanities in Place The Mellon Foundation (“Foundation”) is a not-for-profit, grant making organization that believes that the arts and humanities are where we express our complex humanity, and we believe that everyone deserves the beauty, transcendence, and freedom to be found there. Through our grants, we seek to build just communities enriched by meaning and empowered by critical thinking, where ideas and imagination can thrive. The Foundation makes grants in four core program areas - Higher Learning, Arts and Culture, Public Knowledge, and Humanities in Place - and through its signature Presidential Initiatives. The Foundation seeks a Senior Program Assistant for our Humanities in Place team. About the Program Humanities in Place supports a fuller exploration of communities and sites located in and connected historically to the US. Working with heritage and public spaces, history museums and other institutions, and conveners of shared experiences—including built, digital, or ephemeral—we strive to expand the public expression of the histories that have made us and the values we hold. Our program works across and within diverse communities, encouraging bold, innovative rethinking of past practice, as well as visionary new approaches for how to collectively understand, uplift, and celebrate more complete stories about who we are. A selection of organizations, people, places, and ideas that inspire our work are featured on the Mellon website Public Places, Public Stories page. Three interconnected strategies guide Mellon’s Humanities in Place grantmaking: Strategy 1: Keep and Shape our Places Resource projects, initiatives, and infrastructure to better identify, document, create, and care for our places; and support innovative ideas and actions that help people engage with cultural heritage Strategy 2: Support and Sustain Our Institutions Catalyze initiatives and programs supporting the development and sustainability of institutions (e.g., civic, cultural, educational, or community) through place-based and heritage-centered approaches Strategy 3: Promote Greater Engagement and Understanding Support projects and programs with a place-based focus that promote greater access, interaction, and exchange of stories and experiences About the Position Reporting to the Program Director for Humanities in Place, the Senior Program Assistant will provide programmatic, logistical, and research support to programmatic work in Humanities in Place. The successful candidate will be thoughtful, highly motivated, energetic, collaborative, and congenial, with well-developed communication and organizational skills. This position includes independent work on on-going grantmaking activities (such as serving as a liaison to grantees, corresponding with grantees about proposals; managing program-related information in the Foundation’s grant portal (Fluxx) and other information systems like Monday.com and PowerBI; tracking grant files, data, and budgets, reviewing and preparing proposals and reports; and assisting with preparing dockets and other materials for trustee meetings); episodic or long-term research projects; collaborative work with colleagues across program areas, the President’s Office, and the Foundation (for example on compliance, legal, program planning, and program-related event coordination); and administrative work in support of the Program Director and grantmaking out of the Humanities in Place program. This role will include travel several times per year for site visits, meetings, and programs nationwide, and have responsibility for the development of internal and external grantee engagement, learning, and relationships as well as for related presentations, content, coordination, and convenings. The work of the Senior Program Assistant is highly detail-oriented and requires accuracy, the ability to anticipate outcomes, multi-tasking, effective time-management, flexibility, creativity, rigor, cool-headedness, precision, patience, efficiency, and the ability to work with both nuance and discretion. The role includes ongoing coordination and management of tasks with colleagues and project teams or consultants and may include the direct management of program interns or apprentices. Position Details: Responsibilities may include, but will not be limited to the following: Grant Management: • Monitor the progress of prospective grants from first receipt to presentation to the Foundation Officers and Board of Trustees, to post-award management, including their tracking and management in Fluxx, the Foundation’s online grant portal, an communicate with grantees as directed about the progress of their proposals and grant activities;, • Develop an assigned grant portfolio of new and renewal funding proposals under the direction of the Program Director and advising grantees in preparation and revision of the narrative and financial components of proposals;, • Monitor and carefully review grant reports and requests for modifications, extensions, and transfers, correspond with grantees about deficiencies, alert program colleagues to unresolved difficulties, and take appropriate actions;, • Identify the need for grant modifications and no-cost extensions, and facilitate the modification approval process by providing instructions to the grantee, reviewing request materials, and updating relevant information in Fluxx;, • Review and research unsolicited inquiries and collect them for discussion with the Humanities in Place program team;, • Participate in meetings with current and potential grantees; take notes and maintain notes and files on grant and potential grant activities;, • Support the Humanities in Place Program Director and key staff and consultants with prospective, current, and prior grantee engagement, relationships, coordination, and learning;, • Support and coordinate special projects for grantmaking work and other initiatives for Humanities in Place and across the Foundation’s program areas, Vice President’s and President’s Offices, and other Foundation departments; and, • Develop and coordinate research, planning, content, and arrangements for on- and off-site visits, meetings, and programs. Program Research and Content Development: • Conduct research in connection with current and new program initiatives and strategies;, • Assist with information gathering regarding the development of new grant initiatives and the review of existing programs as requested by program leaders;, • Prepare briefing materials for the Humanities in Place Program Director, senior leadership and key staff, and Foundation Vice President, and President, as assigned;, • Support and coordinate special projects for grantmaking work and other initiatives for Humanities in Place and across the Foundation’s program areas, Vice President’s and President’s Offices, and other Foundation departments; and, • Develop and coordinate research, planning, content, and arrangements for on- and off-site visits, meetings, and programs. Administrative Duties: • Work with other Foundation departments to ensure timely delivery and processing of grant-related information, and facilitate rapid response to internal questions as they arise;, • Keep grant files in the Foundation's file management system up to date; resolve inconsistencies, and prepare briefings and reports;, • Undertake general office and grant-related work, such as electronic filing, maintaining program records, preparing correspondence, responding to requests for information, scheduling, etc.;, • Participate in team-level process improvement projects as assigned by Program Director or collaboratively with the team;, • Represent the Humanities in Place program in cross-functional meetings and collaborate with other departments to advance program goals; and The ideal candidate would hold a bachelor’s or graduate degree, preferably in the arts, humanities, design, or policy, or in a related area. Several years of full-time experience in a fast-paced, high-volume office or organizational environment and experience with nonprofit or community-based organizations or grants administration is preferred. Applicants should possess: • Commitment to the Foundation’s mission, core values, and focus on social justice;, • Demonstrated interest and knowledge in place-based or cultural heritage-focused programs, initiatives, and projects;, • Demonstrated interest in and commitment to advancing social justice through work in the arts and humanities—and in public, community, or institutional spaces;, • Proven ability to take direction but also to work with minimal direct supervision and manage multiple projects, while being a committed team player;, • Excellent written, oral, and visual communication skills;, • Ability to read, understand, and develop organizational and project budgets;, • An orientation toward self-starting, proactive anticipation of team needs, and creative problem solving;, • Demonstrate time and task management and prioritization skills;, • Superior written communication skills; excellent analytical, critical thinking, and organizational skills with precise attention to detail;, • Keen understanding of and interest in disciplines in the arts, humanities, design, and humanistic social sciences;, • Commitment to a collegial work environment and to collaboration with colleagues in all the Foundation’s program areas;, • Flexibility, adaptability, curiosity, integrity, and a good sense of humor;, • Interest in community engagement and inclusion and with a strong sense of ethical practice and empathy;, • Interest in lifelong learning and professional development and a willingness to learn from mistakes;, • An awareness and thoughtfulness of the dynamics of personal and institutional agency, power, and privilege;, • A high degree of competency in the MS Office and Adobe suite; familiarity with web-based technologies and data visualization and analysis applications (Box.com, Monday.com, Power BI, etc.), or a willingness to learn and experiment is desirable; and, • Experience with business-related travel and/or participating in site visits, conferences, or convenings. The Mellon Foundation is committed to building an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. Employment opportunities are based on individual qualifications, merit, and organizational need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds. Mellon is committed to access and inclusion for our applicants. If you have accessibility requests to support your participation in the hiring process, please let us know at your earliest convenience. Mellon offers a generous total reward package that includes base salary and a comprehensive benefits program, as well as an excellent working environment. Mellon is committed to providing compensation that is competitive and equitable within the philanthropic sector. The estimated annual salary range for this role is $,85,000 - $95,000. The amount of pay offered will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to qualifications, unique skills, credentials, or experience that is expected to impact the candidate’s contribution to the role. We will also consider market data as well as the Foundation’s internal pay equity framework. Please note that Mellon maintains a hybrid work schedule, with three days per week in person at the Foundation’s Manhattan offices. Candidates should apply by submitting a cover letter describing fit for the position and a resume by February 17th, 2026. Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. The Foundation will consider each complete application carefully but only contact those individuals it believes are most qualified for the position.

Program Director

hace 29 días

New York

Job Description Highland Park Community Development Corporation Job Description Position: Program Director Reports to: Executive Director/Director of Programs Classification: Exempt GENERAL STATEMENT OF POSITION RESPONSIBILITES: The Program Director is responsible for supervising the shelter/program under his/her jurisdiction. This includes supervision of personnel, facility management, fiscal management, client services, liaison with funding sources, and community relations. Adhere to and comply with ALL contract requirements. The essential functions of the job include but are not limited to the duties listed in the job description. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Exercise overall responsibility for the safe operation and effective results of all program operations at the facility, • Maintain a healthy and safe environment for residents and staff while ensuring that residents all are moving towards attainment of independent living, or an appropriate living status beyond the Tilden Hall Residence shelter., • Operate the facility and programs within the approved limits established by the annual budget., • Serve as the primary program liaison to DHS., • Work alongside the Human Resources Department in 1) adhering to the HR Policies and Procedures established in the Employee Handbook and 2) the selection process in filling vacant positions., • Responsible for maintaining effective communication and interaction with staff in all areas of the shelter while ensuring the staff receives the necessary training and professional development that will equip them to be successful in their job descriptions., • Assure the shelter remains in compliance with City and State regulations and that the program and the facility are maintained at a level of excellence that will surpass the requirements of all inspections., • Assess program needs and identify potential funding streams to enhance services., • Serve as liaison to local service providers and community leaders to ensure a good relationship with the community., • Assure that the physical environment of the shelter is maintained and respond to quality assurance questions in a timely manner., • Ensure shelter maintains its contractual compliance regarding program goals and objectives., • Direct supervision of the following personnel: Social Services Director, Client Care Coordinator Supervisor, Security Supervisor, Childcare Supervisor, Intake Specialist and Maintenance Facility Manager. PERSONNEL AND FACILITY MANAGEMENT • Direct supervision of department heads., • Conduct and ensure provision of relevant training programs for staff (orientation, career development, on-going training), • Perform and review all aspects of personnel management (hiring, terminations, performance reviews, progressive discipline, etc.), • Ensure implementation of and adherence to all Quality Assurance initiatives. FISCAL MANGEMENT • Ensure timely submission of all financial reports. LIAISON WITH FUNDING SOURCES • Review program sub-contracts with Administrative Director as applicable., • Liaison between contract holder and Highland Park Community Development Corporation. CLIENT SERVICES • Supervise all client services., • Ensure confidentiality of all client program records and files. COMMUNITY RELATIONS • Develop and maintain community linkages in which the shelter/facility is located., • Establish and maintain relationships with support agencies and facilities (day treatment programs, victim services, vocational/educational programs, community-based services, etc.), • Attends Highland Park Community Development Corporation Advisory Council Meetings, and local community board meetings as required., • Establish and maintain shelter/program Community Advisory Board., • Develop Volunteer Programs. Employee may be required to carry out additional duties as assigned by Supervisor. Qualifications: • A minimum of 7-10 years’ successful experience in the fields of: services to homeless people; clinical social work with medically frail, mentally ill, or at-risk populations; or in senior-level shelter administration. In addition, successful experience with budget management is strongly desired. Skills of a Shelter Director:, • Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Cares and ADP Workforce now platform or similar platforms., • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with emphasis on face-to-face, empathetic communication with shelter residents., • Exceptional leadership skills in dealing with both staff and residents coupled with a personal commitment to serving the poor and disadvantaged., • Experience with MICA. Mentally ill and chemical abuse., • Master’s degree or higher in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, Non-profit Operations Nursing, Public Health, Public Policy, or a related field with a related License. A minimum of 3 to 5 years post-masters work experience in the behavioral health and criminal justice field with progressively increasing responsibilities, preferably with the target population, • Knowledge of mental illness and serious emotional disturbances and substance use disorders, • In depth knowledge of NYC behavioral health and community support programs and systems, • Knowledge of homeless resources, NYC shelter systems, and MTA transit systems, • Experience working with homeless and precariously housed populations., • Knowledge of treatment, rehabilitation, and community support programs as they relate to consumers/residents, families, and staff, • Knowledge of multi-disciplinary team experience preferred, • Knowledge of techniques for identifying and preventing potentially violent behavior, including crisis management techniques, • Ability to prepare accurate and timely reports, • Ability to manage multiple projects and ask for help when needed, • Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders, • Competency in written, interpersonal, verbal, and computational skills to present and document records in accordance with program standards, • Available to work a flexible schedule in response to participant and staff needs To perform the job successfully, an individual demonstrates the following competencies. • Customer Service Orientation: Manages difficult or emotional situations with internal and external stakeholders; Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to request for service and assistance. Maintains and communicates a positive “can do” attitude with internal and external stakeholders., • Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Uses reason when dealing with emotional topics., • Systems Thinking: Demonstrates an ability to (a) see how organizational systems (e.g., internal/external conditions, processes, people) interact and influence each other, and (b) how these systems create and contribute to specific issues (e.g., high voluntary turnover) and strengths (e.g., strong customer focus)., • Planning / Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently: Plans for additional resources; Develops realistic action plans. Leverages tools to manage workflow and reprioritizes accordingly., • Service and Teamwork - Understands the needs and wants of the organization, customers, co-workers, and supervisors in order to provide accurate, complete and timely service and to further the mission, values and goals of the organization., • Oral Communication: Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification., • Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information., • Ethics: Treats people with respect: Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values., • Dependability: Follows instructions; Responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments., • Computer Skills:, • Proficient in computer software programs (Word, Excel, Power Point, CARES, etc.), • Language skills:, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Reads and comprehends simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; Writes simple correspondence; Presents information in one-on-one and small groups situations outside stakeholders, clients, and other employees., • Bilingual is preferred GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: • GENERAL WORKING HOURS:, • Generally, this position is Monday through Friday., • WORKING FROM HOME:, • Most essential functions of this job cannot be completed working from home., • TRAVEL:, • May be required to travel about 5% of the time to purchase items or to attend a training or go to the post office as needed., • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:, • The physical activity for the Staff is:, • Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction., • Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks and has an ability to navigate from one location to another., • Lifting. Must raise objects from a lower to a higher position or move objects horizontally from position to-to-position., • Feeling. Must be able to perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. Assesses potential safety threats, such as by exposure to chemicals and heat from malfunctioning equipment., • Talking and hearing. Able to express and exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discrimination in sound., • Repetitive motions. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and and/or fingers., • Physical requirements for the staff:, • Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, with walking and standing required only occasionally., • The visual acuity requirements for the Staff (including color, depth perception and field vision)., • Required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work., • The Staff will be subject to the following conditions in this position:, • The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions, protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the Essential Functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon an employee’s request. This Job Description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of all Job Functions, Competencies, Skills and Work Environment/Conditions associated with this job. It is meant to be an accurate reflection of principal job elements useful for recruiting and selecting employees, assigning work, and evaluating performance. Additional responsibilities may be assigned, and management retains the right to change this Job Description at any time. Acceptance of this Job Description does not constitute an employment agreement or contract. The Company is an at-will employer and reserves the right to terminate employment for any reason or no reason, with or without notice to the employee. JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND ACCEPTANCE Employee Signature Date Supervisor’s Signature Date

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